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Apache Operations has openings for Structural Assembly Technicians in Mesa, AZ. The selected candidates will assemble, modify and install aircraft structural assemblies, subassemblies, and structures on aircraft systems. Identify nonconforming parts, conditions and manufacturing processes.

The position requires the successful completion of the Sheet Metal Airframe Repairer (SMAR) assessment onsite at the Mesa facility as a part of the interview process.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assemble aircraft structures or aircraft support equipment with or without the aid of jigs and fixtures by drilling, filing, filling, reaming, countersinking, burring and fastening using various hand tools as well as electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes.
• Shim, fit, trim and align structural assemblies and subassemblies that vary considerably from one assembly to another as with fairings and the mating of major assemblies; realign or replace ribs, bulkheads or stringers in skinned assemblies; establish from blue-prints with or without firm callouts, butt, station and water lines; blind pick up of hole locations for blank parts from existing structure; correcting skin canning conditions, buckles, wrinkles in outer skins and remove surface defects as assigned.
• Assemble, install, rework, repair and modify aircraft structural, mechanical or electrical assemblies, subassemblies, components, systems, and airframe structures on aircraft systems following manufacturing planning, blueprints, schematics, process specifications, repair and rework sketches, written and oral instructions.
• Ensure all assemblies and detail parts are free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and nonconformance issues. Check units for compliance using hand held precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, height gages and scales.
• Report all non-conformances to manufacturing supervision or corrective action representative. Prepare rejection tags noting deviations from specifications on dimensions, finishes, material, processes, or quality when required.
• Follow all safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions to safety officials or manufacturing supervision.
• Report on job status and restraints to coworkers and supervision
• Identify production inefficiencies and suggests potential improvements to product or process.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

The selected candidate must be able to work any shift.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Minimum 6 months of experience with sheet metal assemblies, IEFAB assemblies, drilling, countersinking, riveting, and fastener installation

• Experience interpreting and working from blueprints, sketches and written and verbal instructions, in English.

• Ability to work any shift as required by business need.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience with sheet metal assemblies, IEFAB assemblies, drilling, countersinking, riveting, and fastener installation

• Aircraft assembly experience

Relocation:

Relocation is not available.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $52,000 – $66,650

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.